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Kumiko, Chicago, IL
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Kumiko

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$50 and over
Dining Bar
630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Kumiko is a Japanese Dining Bar (ダイニングバー)* where food and drink are treated with equal reverence. Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Kumiko boasts incredible cocktails and spirits with exquisite food to pair.

Owner and creative director Julia Momosé blends Japanese ingredients and techniques to create an elevated menu of beverages and bites.

Whether you come to savor some of Japan’s finest saké or walk in for a lovely dinner with friends, Kumiko welcomes you with warmth and gratitude.

Kumiko is currently 18+ and does not offer a BYOB option. Sign up for our mailing list to receive occasional updates and news.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Josh Mummert and Alex Ching

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Plate2022

From the OpenTable editors: Kumiko is a worldwide leader in cocktails—it even has a spot on The World's 50 Best Bars list—for its innovative drinks and deep sake list from acclaimed bartender Julia Momosé. The seasonal, Japanese-influenced menu can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, like with a playful Wagyūkatsu sando or an omakase-style tasting experience, all crafted to complement creative cocktails like a sherry tonic with celery and sparkling pear cider in the intimate, inviting space.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Dining Bar, Japanese, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Desplaines
  • Parking details
    We do not currently offer valet parking, however there are several metered spots directly outside the restaurant on Lake, as well as our side street, Desplaines.
  • Public transit
    Clinton, Green Line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • Tasting Menu

    $180.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 5, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
    Our seasonal tasting menu reflects the heart and heritage of Julia Momosé, rooted in Japanese ingredients and techniques. We embrace the best of the season to share the depth and diversity of Japanese cuisine through the lens of mixed-heritage, honoring both tradition and the present moment. Optional pairings of Japanese saké, cocktails, or spiritfrees are available to enhance your experience."
    Tasting Menu Photo

What 863 people are saying

Kumiko reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kumiko offers an enchanting dining experience with "amazing hospitality" and "phenomenal cocktails." Guests rave about the "incredible" Wagyu Sando and uniquely crafted drinks like the Cloudhopper. The knowledgeable staff enhances the experience, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Despite some noting high prices and small portions, the overall ambiance and service make it "truly special."
863 Reviews
  1. Jennie

    Hong Kong Island1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The AC is broken but without telling us. I though I was dining in the sauna. Keep sweating even I’m drinking. I think you should inform your customers in advance, not unless we are asking and you told us the AC is broken. The truffle milk toast is good, and the cocktails and highballs are good too.

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  2. Kelly VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this meal! Great food and cocktails. Will definitely be back.

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  3. Kimi

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such an amazing experience at Kumiko. I highly recommend sitting at the bar, as the bartender/servers give you detailed information about each cocktail. Our server Maddy's attention to detail was top-notch -- she was incredible. To eat, we ordered the Japanese potato salad, the Honey Truffle Wagyukatsu Sando, the special they were offering at the time, the Truffle Milk Toast and the Cardamon Cake for dessert. The Wagyu sando is WORTH IT- don't miss out on that. I had a couple drinks I can't remember the name of, but the Cloudhopper and perhaps the Stargazer? So good!! Thanks Kumiko for a wonderful experience.

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  4. Elizabeth

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are visiting from out of state, and this came just a few days after Kumiko won the James Beard award for outstanding bar in the US. Everything was really great, and the feeling we got is that it is upscale with service, food and drink, but no one is uptight or snobby about it. AKAA Very welcoming fine dining & drinking experience. 

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  5. Chelsea VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food - I’m used to Michelin starred restaurants and portion size. But this is REALLY SMALL and nothing was impressive. Let me tell you why. $31 artic char. Three small strips (about 1/2 inch thick) of fish. Mediocre. Karaage bowl - again “meal portion” comes with three popcorn chicken pieces. Desert? We tried camomile cake. Yellow chartreuse and camomile? Sounds incredible, but no The cake was DRY and CRUMBLY. we hated it. Ordered two drinks: first one - $28 specialty cocktail completely BLAND. Two of us ordered the same drink and both of us hated it. Second drink order was about the same price pt but a classic. Good, very drinkable. Dinner for 4 ppl with only 4 drinks - $500. NOT WORTH IT. DID NOT LOVE IT. WE ALL LEFT HUNGRY.

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  6. Cassandra

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best of the best! Warms staff, great drinks, and food!

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  7. Travis

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really obvious why this place gets all of the accolades it does. Everything is so well thought out, and so well executed. Such amazing hospitality, an amazing team, fantastic cocktails, and wonderful food. I am so lucky I don’t live near here, I would never leave!

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  8. Michelle

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic and interesting cocktails with micro-season productions of spirits. The food was fantastic, we drank the green tea gimlet, the stargazer, sea flower, Winning element, Yaki Zakana, and for food, we ate: Pickles, Oysters on the half shell, Crudo, Japanese Rice Curry (it was exquisite), potato salad and butter cabbage. For dessert we had the truffle milk toast.

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  9. Nikki

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and cocktails are just amazing. Went for me and my partners anniversary and they took such good care of us and even sent us off with a signed card from everyone there. Truly special :)

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  10. Jonathan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sake BTG 10/10 Smallish bites 12/10 Vibes 14/10 Cocktails 27/10

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FAQs

Kumiko is rated 4.7 stars by 863 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kumiko

630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Desplaines
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Dining Bar, Japanese, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We do not currently offer valet parking, however there are several metered spots directly outside the restaurant on Lake, as well as our side street, Desplaines.
  • Public transit
    Clinton, Green Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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